50 Best Vegan Restaurants in Walnut Creek

“We decided to try Va de Vi Bistro & Wine Bar after reading about it online. We arrived in the mid-to-late afternoon without a reservation and were fortunate to get an indoor table before the dinner rush.

We started with a Cacio e Pepe Biscuit and wine. I wanted to explore their Spanish wine selection, so I tried all three options in 3 oz pours. We also shared the Beet Salad, made with golden beets, quinoa, and sherry vinaigrette, and the Ceviche Tostadas with mahi-mahi, mango salsa, and avocado. Both were delicious, although my wife managed to claim the third tostada!

For our main courses, we ordered the Paella and Linguine Gamberi. The paella, with saffron rice, seafood, chorizo, and shrimp, was particularly flavorful, and we thoroughly enjoyed the linguine as well. Despite being quite full, we couldn't resist the Dessert for Two, featuring key lime pie and three other small desserts. We managed to sample everything, although finishing it all was another matter!

Service was excellent throughout our visit. Our server was attentive, kept our wine glasses filled, and made sure we never waited long between orders. Other staff members promptly cleared our table after each course.

The indoor dining area was comfortable, and the outdoor garden seating looked beautiful and relaxing. Overall, we had a wonderful experience with delicious food, excellent service, and a pleasant atmosphere. We'd happily return.“

“!The service was outstanding, and a special thanks to our server, Iromar, who was incredibly friendly, attentive, and professional. He made us feel welcome and provided excellent, personalized service throughout our visit. The food was delicious, and we truly enjoyed our experience. Highly recommend this place, especially Iromar! We’ll definitely be back!“

“Food was delicious, we ordered “medium” spice and it was a little too mild for our taste so we’ll order spicy next time. Had Lamb Vindaloo, Chicken Tikka and Veggie Korma with Butter Naan and Indian Pickles, so we kept it simple. Great flavors and everything was very fresh and hot. Restaurant well lit and very pleasant decor, and service was excellent. Highly recommend.“

“Myself and a friend were looking for an ice cream joint in the Walnut Creek area, and happen to come across this place.

The owner is very friendly. We tried a variety of flavors, and then ended up getting the Roasted Cashew, Lemon Creme and the Strawberry.

The ice cream was very creamy and thick, with the right amout of sweetness. Extremely tasty. I always try ice cream at local joints, and this one exceeded all expectations. Will definitely come back, if I am in the area.“

“Absolutely impeccable customer service, food, and overall experience. My girlfriend and I came to try it out it was well worth it. I got the JJ burger and she got the Hawaiian Burger along with poutine fries. Everything was immaculate . Honestly haven’t had an experience like this in such a long time and will definitely come back and no one should sleep on this place! Mom and pop shop of vibe with phenomenal everything!“

“I had a takeout pizza from this restaurant last night first of all the customer service was absolutely excellent. The person that answered the phone had a really pleasant customer focused manner , nothing was too much trouble and he was so polite. The pizza was absolutely amazing , I hate anything that is too heavy and it was so light and lovely , the ingredients tasted extremely fresh , I would 100% recommend this place based upon my first experience and I will be back thanks so much 🥰“

“The food was excellent, and the portions were generous. The appetizer served with fresh bread was absolutely delicious.
I’m giving 4 stars for the service because we had to wait quite a while for the main dish. Finding a parking spot was also difficult. Overall, we enjoyed our experience.“

“This is a wonderful place to get a good cup of coffee and a delicious savory or sweet pastry. Please spread the word this bakery is located in a strip mall that is going down hill. This Bakery brings class to the area.“

“Authentic family run Eastern European deli, with charming owners and truly top notch food. There’s a lovely patio in the courtyard to enjoy your meal should you choose to stay, and the service and preparation is absolutely worth it 💛“

“First off the staff was smiling, attentive and not on their phones. The latte was perfection frothed, the espresso was delicious as was the little biscotti that was served with it. Facility was clean, moderately busy, I was able to get a table right away. I watched the staff and they were all so engaged in their work and the guests. Food was piping hot, perfectly seasoned. Eggs were poached perfect, sauce was not only not broken but seasoned slightly with Paprika for color. The pastry counter was spotless and their offered look fresh and inviting. Kudos to this place all around!! Its close to the freeway and parking is easy peasy.“

“Delicious and fresh. Excellent vegetarian food. Great takeout service and online ordering.“

“I got the lunch nigri, salmon was buttery, tuna was fresh. Complementary miso soup. Definitely an amazing lunch. Even the katsu was delicious. A plentiful variety of authentic Japanese dishes. Would come here again and recommend to anyone in the area.“

“Yummy food, good service and nice atmosphere.“

“Amazing people serving amazing food!! Going to be ordering for my family members for Christmas gifts“

“First visit. Everything was delicious. Poutine fries, a side salad, and the Pittsburgh Cheese Steak. Will definitely be back.“

“I went because of a banana latte posted on TikTok. Loved the location, it is very charming and has a lot to offer in general. I was not amazed by the latte but I loved my protein oats & bagel. I would go back & try a different latte!“

“Excellent staff. Delicious - big fan of that pluot sorbet!!“

“Fries were excellent, the hamburger and hotdog were not too bad either“

“Great vibe, wonderful service and Delicious products!“

“went to Havana with my friends and had such an amazing experience! Right off the bat, our hostess Carla was so inviting, friendly, and welcoming. She immediately set the tone for a great night.

Our waitress Patty was soooo kind, friendly, and warm. She made us feel so comfortable and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. Our meal was delicious, and the mojitos were SO good! Everything from the food and drinks to the service made for such an awesome experience.

Big shoutout to Carla and Patty for making our night even more special. I’ll definitely be coming back to Havana!“

“Excellent sushi again and again. Highly recommend this restaurant. Great service and fresh fish every time.“

“Really solid dumpling spot in downtown Walnut Creek. Dumpling Hours has more of a casual, old-school local restaurant vibe, which I personally liked. It is not the kind of place that feels super fancy or overly polished, but that actually made it feel more authentic and comfortable to me.

The food was the best part. The xiao long bao were juicy and flavorful, and I really enjoyed the larger dumplings as well. They were filling without feeling too heavy, and they had that satisfying handmade dumpling texture. One dish that stood out more than I expected was the wood ear mushroom salad. It was fresh, light, and had a nice texture that balanced really well with the dumplings.

Service was pretty typical for a busy dim sum-style restaurant: straightforward, quick, and not overly chatty, but totally fine for the type of place it is. I actually don’t mind that when the food comes out hot and the meal moves smoothly.

Overall, I liked the local feel of the restaurant and would definitely come back when I’m in the mood for xiao long bao and dumplings. It is a nice option to have in Walnut Creek, especially if you want something casual, comforting, and different from the usual downtown restaurant choices.“

“Excellent! Tonight was one of the best meals we’ve had here and are so happy to be able to continue to support the restaurant. So thank you for some of the most fresh best tasting Chinese food in Walnut Creek!“

“Such delicious food! The Thai tea is the best I've ever had. We got a table as soon as we got there, they took our order super fast and our food was out in less than ten minutes.

The egg rolls were super crispy and flavorful, and the spring rolls were very fresh. We got the #13 beef pho, and between three people it was plenty of food with the two roll dishes.

The broth with all of the sauces on the side was amazing. The quality and quantity of noodles was excellent for the price. I would definitely go back, especially for the Thai tea.“

“Delicious! There was nothing that we regret ordering! Big servings. Very attentive servers even if it got busy! I’ll keep coming back!“

“Freshest seafood with great service.“

“Amazing sushi bar! The fish is incredibly fresh and you can really taste the quality in every bite. Everything we ordered was super delicious and beautifully prepared. Great atmosphere and friendly service — definitely one of the best sushi spots. I will absolutely come back to IKOI again!“

“Delicious pizza. Never soggy which happens often with veggie pizzas. Love the sauce and the crust is always crispy never doughy. Staff has always been happy and pleasant. Pinky’s is tops for pizza in Walnut Creek area!“

“there is a daily question on the wall board and the fun is composing answers and reading what others have written…“

“Prologue is an absolute treasure tucked inside the Walnut Creek Public Library, making it the perfect spot for book lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike. Imagine checking out a book and then cozying up with a delicious cup of coffee and a fresh pastry—it doesn’t get better than this! The highlight of my visit is their Eggspresso. It’s a creamy, velvety masterpiece that pairs the boldness of espresso with an indulgent, smooth texture. A must-try for anyone looking for a unique coffee experience. The staff are incredibly friendly, and the welcoming presence of the owner adds such a personal touch and extra layer of hospitality to the space which is rare to find. Whether you’re stopping by for a quick pick-me-up or planning to spend the afternoon reading, Prologue is the perfect place to unwind. Highly recommended!“

“Wonderful staff, food is fresh and delicious. Consistent quality and warmth of environment. - Don Dikun“

“It’s always a lovely time at Tellus coffee! The creative and delicious food and drinks, warm and inviting ambiance (that plant wall just makes me happy) and the super-kind and efficient baristas are the best! Thanks to owner Janae for all her hard work making Tellus a Walnut Creek fave!“

“Delicious food. Loved the fact the food was done quickly. Loves the outside seating“

“Best poke place, delicious sauces and fresh fish 👍“

“Beautiful products. My order was very carefully packed and arrived quickly. Excellent service.“

“I always have fun here! Comedy night was a blast! Thank you!!! Please have more waitresses next time for the show! 😁“

“Delicious food! We had the soup dumplings, fried potstickers, cucumber salad and Dan Dan noodles. Everything was wonderfully flavored and a joy to eat! Great service, a cozy laid back ambiance - I look forward to coming back and trying more dishes!“

“Nice lady and she make best late ever.“

“It's been years since we've been into this place. Covid hit and a few other things impacted and I was having a serious craving today. Went in... love the fact that they are willing to if they can customize food. I happen to like something that is normally very spicy and hurts my stomach. They dialed it down for me and it was absolutely delicious. Then I picked up my husband's favorite and we'll be having it for dinner tonight as well. The people are just wonderful, very friendly, and it's a quiet environment where you can actually think and talk“

“I really like Pancoast. Wife is a newyorker and Pancoast’s pizza style is right up her alley. They have 4 tap beers and they’re some of the best in Norcal - nice to see somebody cares about great beer. I order to go, get a beer at the bar, and take home. They’re seemingly busy all the time so Pancoast has a following.

Parking sucks, they have to share with their neighboring businesses so plan to get a spot on the street.“

“Food is always good. Can’t go wrong 😁👍🏼“

“Great service delicious food cozy atmosphere. Awesome Happy Hour 👍👍👍👍👍“

“Great menu....creative choices Welcoming atmosphere Friendly & Expedient service“

“Awesome food and presentation. Friendly service!“

“Amazing, authentic Sichuan food. I lived in Southeast Asia for 6 years, so I have high standards for authentic Asian cuisine, and this place delivers. They'll happily cater the spice level to your tolerance, so don't be afraid to ask.

Standout dishes: the Sichuan crispy beef (perfectly balanced, crispy exterior with that signature numbing heat), orange and sesame chicken (not the overly sweet, fake Americanized version, real depth of flavor - umami), and the chow fun with beef (silky noodles, well-balanced wok hei or wok char).

Everything here tastes genuinely authentic, not watered down for Western palates. Highly recommend.“

“Decent Buffalo wings. Can order ahead for takeout.“

“I enjoyed the Carne Asada plate 💯 very polite and great customer service 😎✅ Every time we come and visit we will stop in from Seattle. Buena comida muy buen precios y hablan español 😊✅“

“So good and very pleasant stuff!!“

“Excellent house-made noodles!“

“Yum this place is awesome, the staff is friendly and it makes us want to keep coming back for more! The basil popcorn chicken and the egg puffs were my favorites“